In traditional Chinese astrology, the analysis of the use of the "Yong Shen" (auxiliary element) for Bing Fire (丙火) born in the Chou month (丑月) is a key factor in determining one's fate. This article will delve into the astrological characteristics of Bing Fire in the Chou month, and through case studies, reveal how to predict an individual's wealth and fate based on the strength of Bing Fire and its combination with other elements of the Five Elements.
The Astrological Characteristics of Bing Fire in the Chou Month
Bing Fire born in the Chou month benefits from the support of the month's ruler and is usually strong. Since the Chou month is extremely cold, Bing Fire is needed to overcome the cold, while Ren Water (壬水) is used to drain and weaken it. If both Bing Fire and Ren Water are visible in the heavenly stems, it indicates a high position and great wealth. Conversely, if both are hidden in the earthly branches, it can still maintain a life of comfort and sustenance. If only Bing Fire is visible in the heavenly stems, although it may bring wealth, it lacks nobility. If only Ren Water is visible in the heavenly stems, it may lead to poverty and low status. If Bing Fire is strong and visible in the heavenly stems, and there is Gui Water (癸水), it may indicate a merchant. Both Bing Fire and Ren Water are considered as the "Yong Shen," but if only one is visible in the heavenly stems, it symbolizes good fortune, though the degree of wealth and nobility differs. If Ren Water is strong and Wu or Ji Earth (戊己土) is visible in the heavenly stems, along with Bing or Ding Fire (丙丁火), it ensures a life without lack of food and clothing, and brings wealth and honor.
The Order of Use for Xing Gold in the Chou Month
If Xing Gold (辛金) is strong in the Chou month, the first choice is to use Bing Fire, followed by Ren Water, and finally Wu or Ji Earth (戊己土). This order helps balance the Five Elements, making an individual's fate more harmonious.
Cases Analysis
1. Jia Shen, Ding Chou, Xin Mao, Ji Hai: In this chart, Xin Gold was born in the Chou month, with Ji and Xin both visible in the Chou palace. Jia and Ji do not combine, and Hai and Mao form a group, giving strength to the financial element. Jia wood draws the power of Ding fire at a time of severe cold, allowing Ding Fire to be used. Therefore, it can be considered as a case where talent and authority lead to nobility. Comment: The body is strong and deeply rooted, with the printing element visible, supporting the wood group. The visible Jia wood uses Ding Fire to adjust the climate and subdue the body, benefiting the official star, thus gaining official status.
2. Ding Chou, Gui Chou, Xin Mao, Gui Si: Chen Jiongming's chart. Xin Gold was born in the Chou month, with Xin and Gui both visible in the heavenly stems, and Bing Fire hidden in the Si palace. Bing Fire is the main use, and the year stem Ding Fire is injured by Gui, making it insufficient for use. He reached the rank of Commander. Comment: In winter, Gui water appears twice, creating extreme cold. Fire is used as the auxiliary element. Although Ding Fire is visible, it is injured, so Bing Fire is used instead. Mao wood nourishes the fire, and he reached the rank of Commander.
3. Yi Mao, Ji Chou, Xin Wei, Ding You: This chart represents someone who was poor first and then rich, and lived long. Xin Gold was born in the Chou month, with the earthly branches forming a metal group and a wood group. Ji and Xin are visible in the heavenly stems, but Gui water is missing, making Xin Gold not refined, thus not noble. Ding Fire is used, leading to early poverty and later wealth, supported by wood and fire in the subsequent periods.
4. Yi Wei, Ji Chou, Xin Hai, Bing Shen: This is the year of the 24th reign of Emperor Wanli. Feng Quan's chart. Xin Gold was born in the Chou month, where Bing and Xin cannot transform into water. Bing Fire is used exclusively, and the Ren Water in the Hai palace is selected to drain and refine it. The Jia wood breaks the earth, and he entered the imperial examination system, became a scholar, and served under Wei Yan, rising to the rank of Minister in the Qing Dynasty.
Through the analysis of the astrological characteristics of Bing Fire born in the Chou month and case studies, we can see that the strength of Bing Fire and its combination with other elements of the Five Elements have significant impacts on an individual's fate. Correct selection of the order of use and understanding of the balance of the Five Elements are key to predicting and improving one's fate. This article provides a comprehensive perspective to help readers understand the significance of Bing Fire in the Chou month in the study of astrology and apply it to real life.
